• Skip to main content
  • Skip to footer
  • Skip to custom navigation
  • Location
  • Awards
  • Reviews
  • Contact
  • Tel: 07831 935 568

Carden Holiday Cottages

Luxury self catering just outside Elgin

  • About Carden
    • Going Green
    • Be a Green Guest?
    • Terms And Conditions For Booking
    • Privacy Policy for Carden Cottages
  • Our Cottages
    • The Bothy
      (Sleeps up to 2)
    • The Byre
      (Sleeps up to 2)
    • The Stables
      (Sleeps up to 2)
    • The Cart House
      (Sleeps up to 4)
    • The Mill House
      (Sleeps up to 4)
    • The Barn
      (Sleeps up to 6)
  • Business Choice
  • Lots To See & Do
    • Carden News
    • What To Do
    • What To See
    • Where To Eat
    • Weddings At Carden
  • Check
    Availability Now
  • No smoking or pets

Johnstons of Elgin – Fashion, History & Great Cake

If you are venturing to Moray in order to take in the culture, the fashion, or to enjoy good food, Johnstons of Elgin is one place in the North East of Scotland that combines all of these aspects into an unforgettable experience.

Johnstons of Elgin Entrance
Johnstons of Elgin | Credit: Visit Scotland

On the outskirts of Elgin lies ‘Johnstons of Elgin’, a 220-year-old woollen mill that has plenty to offer in terms of high end clothing and homeware, Scottish culture and delicious food.

Although the mill is hundreds of years old – it appears to be currently basking in the prime of its life. The mill was originally established on the banks of the River Lossie over two centuries ago by Alexander Johnston. The company has since expanded massively – producing quality fabrics and textiles that have allowed them to be awarded the Royal Warrant of Appointments as Manufacturers of Estate Tweed H.R.H. the Prince of Wales, Duke of Rothesay.

Johnstons – Fashion For Everyone

The shop boasts high end fashion for everyone with their range covering menswear, womenswear, children’s wear, accessories and homeware. I love their fabric so much that, thanks to my lovely wife, it has become part of the furniture at Carden cottages – with our lovely chairs in The Barn cottage upholstered with Johnstons tweed.

Carden Cottages - The Barn - Upholstered with Johnstons tweed
The Barn cottage upholstered with Johnstons tweed

Although the mill as a whole is quite an excellent visit, the coffee shop is my personal favourite, drawing me back time and time again to sample the fine food and drink. It boasts a wide range of breakfast, lunch and afternoon teas – with some of the tastiest coffee and cakes in the Moray area!

Sample Some Great Local Cuisine

If you’re looking to sample some great local cuisine, Johnstons can certainly oblige. They aim to have at least 40% of their menu made using only the finest local produce, which has led to them winning a “Taste Our Best” accreditation from Visit Scotland. So you don’t have to just take my word for it. The hot salmon salad is particularly tasty – but there is plenty to choose from!

Johnstons Of Elgin Menu
Johnstons Menu

You can also take a tour and learn all about the rich history of the fabric empire and local culture. It’s not just for food and fashion lovers.

Eco-Friendly – Using Best Practices

Johnstons also strive to be eco-friendly – aiming to increase energy efficiency and reduce CO2 emissions and waste, by implementing new technologies and by instituting best practice within the company. Therefore, this is the perfect place to visit when staying at our green cottages.

On top of all this, the staff at Johnstons really go the extra mile to make you feel warm and welcome. They are friendly, cheery and always on hand to deal with any problem you have – not that you should expect to have many here!

Take A Free Guided Tour

The mill provides free guided tours every day, between 10am to 3pm Monday to Friday and 11am to 2pm on Saturday and Sunday. For more information, or to book, visit their website or email milltours@johnstonsofelgin.com

Fashion expert, foodie, history buff or cakeaholic – there is something for everyone at Johnstons of Elgin. Best of all – you can find all of this just a 10 minute drive from Carden Cottages.

Contact Details
Contact NameJohnstons (Elgin Branch)
Telephone01343 554099
Emailmilltours@johnstonsofelgin.com
WebsiteClick To Visit

Topics: What To Do, What To See, Where To Eat

Back

Roseisle Beach - A Tranquil Getaway

Next

Nelson’s Tower in Forres - Amazing Views of Moray

More To See & Do Around Carden

Carden - Elgin Cathedral Elgin Cathedral – A Historic Day Out
Carden - Sueno's Stone Forres Sueno’s Stone In Forres, A Mysterious History
Carden Moray Firth Tours Featured Moray Firth Tours – A VIP Service
Carden Great Walks Featured Great Walks In Moray

Find Out More About Our Cottages

The Stables Front Door The Stables (Sleeps up to 2)
The Mill House - Lounge The Mill House (Sleeps up to 4)
The Cart House - Lounge 01 The Cart House (Sleeps up to 4)
The Byre Front Door The Byre (Sleeps up to 2)
The Bothy Breakfast Table The Bothy (Sleeps up to 2)
The Barn - Lounge The Barn (Sleeps up to 6)

Footer

Search Carden

Contact Carden

Carden Cottages,
The Old Steading, Alves, Elgin, Moray, Scotland IV30 8UP
07831 935 568
cardencottages@gmail.com

Social & Other Links

About
Awards
Contact
Business
Privacy
Location
Sitemap
Reviews

Latest Carden Posts

IT’S MORE THAN JUST WHISKY IN MORAY!

MEMORABLE THINGS TO DO IN MORAY SPEYSIDE

Welcome image

How is COVID 19 affecting us?

Carden Holiday Cottages Copyright © 2013 - 2022

Site by Duo48

“We are proud to be awarded the “Good To Go” status by VisitScotland and we are fully COVID-19 compliant.”